Vol. 12, Special Issue 9 (2023)

Author(s):
Tabaan Quamar and Rakhi Das

Abstract:
Aquaponic systems can be a game-changer for organic food security through increased production capability in locally grown crops/plants and food sustainability, more beneficial in the reduction of water usage that is associated with traditional methods of inland aquaculture and horticulture. The gradual and steady adoption aquaponics as a path to attain food sustainability had quickly proliferated over the past few years or so throughout the globe promoting it as an innovative, scalable, environmentally friendly technology in aquaculture and other allied sectors. Aquaponics has insofar proven as a viable option of food production in a sustainable and resource-efficient largely avoiding negative impact on the environment.